Human Services, B.A.

At Judson University, we believe that leaders are forged through faith and critical thinking. Our Bachelor of Human Services degree teaches you how to improve the lives of individuals, families, and the community. In this program, you will develop the interpersonal and cultural competence skills needed to recognize and respect the dignity and worth of all persons. Further, you will learn how to evaluate and analyze service systems in order to facilitate positive change that empowers the lives of vulnerable people- children, youth, and adults - struggling with challenges that include interpersonal problems, mental health issues, poverty, oppression, violence and homelessness.

You will have opportunities to:

Conduct, evaluate, and present research projects

Build skills in assessment, counseling, and intervention

Learn how to advocate for vulnerable populations

Develop your own set of professional ethics based on a Christian worldview

Apply classroom learning to a real-world internship

Live Up To Your Promise at Judson University

Judson University students and alumni describe how the Judson Promise inspired them to realize their full potential and achieve lasting success. Whatever your personal or professional goals happen to be, our promise at Judson University is to help you live up to yours.

Campus Locations: Human Services, B.A.

Elgin, Rockford, and Online

What Will My Human Services Career Options Be Upon Graduation?

Diverse Career Opportunities

The job outlook in the human services field is promising and is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations, partly because of projected rapid growth in the occupation and also because of substantial replacement needs. Individuals with undergraduate degrees in human services are employed in many different roles, including:

How Much of My Time Will It Take?

Judson’s Professional Studies Division is tailored to adults who are building on work experience or prior education as they seek a bachelor’s degree. Our students continually report that they are able to attend college and earn a degree while still maintaining their work and family life. Classes meet just one night a week or online. Expect to spend about 15 hours a week on coursework outside of class. You can complete your human services major work in as few as two years, and the time to complete the rest of your degree varies depending on your previous learning experience.

Take the Next Steps With Us!

Enrolling in Judson University’s Adult Undergraduate Programs is easy. And once we’ve received your application materials, we are generally able to get your application processed within 10 business days.